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jns.orgworld6 days ago
Heritage Minister Questions Wording in Palestinian Exhibit at Canadian Museum
Federal Heritage Minister Marc Miller said the new exhibit on Palestinian displacement should have identified Hamas as a terrorist organization. NDP Leader Avi Lewis accused Miller of breaking a promise against intervening in museum curation.
abcnews.go.comworld7 days ago
Federal Housing Authority secures land in 28 states and completes 100 units over 26 months
The Federal Housing Authority obtained prime land allocations in 28 states and held a groundbreaking ceremony for the FHA Green City Estate in Abuja on June 29. Construction has started on projects in several states following contract awards.
The Hillpolitics8 days ago
Senator says previous administration created southern border crisis
A Democratic senator from Arizona said the prior administration's policies produced a crisis at the southern border. The senator also said breaking with that administration carried less risk of reprisal than criticizing the current one.
BBC Newsworld11 days ago
UK Records Hottest June Day for Second Straight Day
Temperatures reached 36.7C in Somerset, breaking the previous day's record. The Met Office extended a red heat warning through Friday evening for parts of England and Wales.
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The Hollywood Reporterworld11 days ago
IMG Licensing and Sony Pictures Television Sign Multi-Year Deal for Breaking Bad Consumer Products and Experiences
The partnership will create consumer products, brand collaborations and fan experiences across the Breaking Bad franchise. It marks the first time Sony has named an outside agency to handle global licensing for the series.
news.sky.comworld12 days ago
UK Hits Hottest June Day on Record
Temperatures reached 36.4C on Thursday, breaking the previous daily record. A red weather warning remains in place for southern England through Friday evening.
news.sky.comworld13 days ago
UK forecast to hit 37C this week
Much of the UK faces a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching 37C in south-east England. Scientists say the records are consistent with climate trends and that hotter summers are likely in coming decades.
The Independentscience14 days ago
UK Forecast to Reach 39C This Week as Heat Warnings Issued
The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings for parts of England and Wales through Thursday. Temperatures could hit 39C in London on Wednesday, potentially breaking the June record of 35.6C set in 1976.
New York Postsports17 days ago
Yankees Reliever Camilo Doval Allows Grand Slam but Holds Strong Splits Against Right-Handed Hitters
New York Yankees right-handed reliever Camilo Doval surrendered a grand slam to Chicago White Sox designated hitter Andrew Benintendi in the eighth inning, breaking a 1-1 tie.
The Independentsports17 days ago
England Captain Ben Stokes Plays for Durham After Missing New Zealand Test for Curfew Breach
Durham chief executive Tim Bostock said Stokes is fit and positive after being dropped from the second Test for breaking curfew. An investigation into the 8 June incident remains ongoing.
Breaking Defenseworld20 days ago
Army Tests Electronic Warfare Tactics by Jamming Its Own Units
The U.S. Army conducted jamming operations against its own forces during the Ivy Mass exercise to evaluate electronic warfare capabilities. Breaking Defense embedded with the service's red team and reported key takeaways that will shape future tactics and equipment purchases.
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Nbc Newsfinance19 days agoUpdated
U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey resigns over defense spending plans
BREAKING: Microsoft’s Xbox division will be hit with significant layoffs next month, per the Verge
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BREAKING: Water cannons are deployed at protestors in Belfast by police @TomSkyNews reports live ...
BREAKING: Water cannons are deployed at protestors in Belfast by police @TomSkyNews reports live from the scene 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube
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Breaking Defenseworld27 days ago
Breaking Defense Hires Kyle Rempfer as Assistant Editor
Kyle Rempfer joins the defense news outlet on June 15 after four years at the Washington Post and five years at Military Times. The move expands an editorial staff that now totals 20 plus correspondents.
France 24finance28 days ago
Iran and Israel Exchange Strikes, Breaking April Truce
Iran and Israel traded strikes for the first time since an April 8 ceasefire. Oil prices rose and stocks fell after the attacks. U.S. President Donald Trump urged both sides to return to talks.
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al-monitor.comworld30 days ago
BREAKING: CNN reports that Iran launched drones towards the Strait of Hormuz tonight, which the U...
BREAKING: CNN reports that Iran launched drones towards the Strait of Hormuz tonight, which the US military intercepted.
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ESPNsports31 days ago
NBA Finals to Use Basketballs Pre-Broken In by All 30 Teams Since January
The league collects basketballs used by all 30 teams since January and redistributes them for the Knicks-Spurs series. The balls undergo mechanical breaking-in at Wilson's Ada, Ohio facility before Game 2 on Friday.
Bloombergpolitics32 days ago
Trade Chief Says New Tariffs Can Be Added Without Breaking EU and Japan Deals
The administration's trade chief stated that additional tariffs can be imposed while keeping existing agreements with the EU and Japan intact. The remarks addressed concerns over compliance with prior trade pacts.
Nbc Newsworld19 days agoUpdated
BREAKING Russia fired more than 600 drones and dozens of missiles -- including hard-to-down balli...
BREAKING Russia fired more than 600 drones and dozens of missiles -- including hard-to-down ballistic missiles -- at Ukraine, Kyiv's air force says, in an overnight barrage that killed at least nine people
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bbc.co.uksports35 days ago
James Milner retires after 24 Premier League seasons
Former England midfielder James Milner announced his retirement from football at age 40. He ends a record-breaking career that spanned 24 seasons in the Premier League.
bbc.co.uksports36 days ago
Arsenal Manager Says Team Needs More Individual Attacking Quality After Champions League Final Loss
Arsenal fell short in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. Manager Mikel Arteta said the squad must add game-breaking attackers to reach a higher level next season.
Fox Newspolitics38 days ago
Michigan Senate Candidate Describes Breaking Vodka Bottle in Store
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said on a podcast that he smashed a bottle of vodka in a Detroit liquor store after a clerk commented on the length of his beard. The account has drawn criticism from Republican officials.
newser.comworld39 days ago
U.S. Climber Tyler Andrews Sets Everest Speed Record With Oxygen
Tyler Andrews, 36, reached the summit of Mount Everest in 9 hours and 55 minutes on Thursday, breaking the previous record by one hour. His team said the time still requires formal verification by Nepali authorities.
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France 24politics41 days ago
Iran Accuses U.S. of Breaking Ceasefire After Overnight Strikes
Iran said U.S. strikes on missile sites and mine-laying boats violated a ceasefire and stated it is prepared to respond. U.S. officials maintained that a deal remains possible while an Iranian delegation in Qatar works on a 14-point framework.
science41 days ago
London Records 35C High, Breaking May Temperature Record
London reached a maximum of 35 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, surpassing the previous daily record set on Monday. The early heatwave also affected parts of France, Spain, and Ireland.
The Guardianworld41 days ago
UK Records Highest May Temperature for Second Straight Day
Thermometers reached 35C at two London sites on Tuesday, breaking the previous daily record set the day before. Officials extended health alerts and issued a thunderstorm warning as parts of England remained under hot, sunny conditions.
nypost.comworld42 days ago
Barbra Streisand and Jacob Elordi miss film festival due to injuries
Barbra Streisand appeared via video to accept an honorary award after injuring her knee. Jacob Elordi was replaced as a juror after breaking his foot.
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Xreal CEO says smart glasses industry nears profitability
Xreal founder Chi Xu stated that the company has improved margins and reduced marketing costs, with a goal of breaking even next year. The firm plans a commercial launch of its Aura glasses later in 2025 and an IPO before the end of 2026.
New York Postpolitics46 days ago
Arizona Man Charged With Breaking Into Morgue and Sexual Contact With Corpses
A 31-year-old man was charged with multiple counts after allegedly breaking into a Maricopa County medical examiner's office and having sexual contact with four bodies. Prosecutors said the investigation remains ongoing.
Breaking Defenseworld47 days ago
Panel Discusses Benefits and Risks of Manned-Unmanned Teaming for Military Drones
A Breaking Defense video series examines how human operators and unmanned aircraft systems work together in military operations. Panelists identify tasks that drones cannot perform and the challenges of balancing automation with human oversight.
Forbessports50 days ago
Yankees Manager Responds to Former Pitcher’s Leg Injury
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone commented on Clay Holmes breaking his leg during a game against the Yankees. Holmes, who previously pitched for the Yankees, had been performing well as a starter for the Mets.
Euronewstechnology50 days ago
Chinese Company Begins Sales of Two-Legged Manned Robot
Unitree Robotics has started selling a 2.8-metre-tall pilotable robot priced at 3.9 million yuan. The machine can walk on two legs or four and is shown breaking through walls in promotional material.
Japan Timesworld51 days ago
Police Arrest Two More 16-Year-Olds in Tochigi Robbery-Murder Case
Japanese police arrested two additional 16-year-old boys on Saturday in connection with the robbery and killing of a 69-year-old woman in Tochigi Prefecture. The suspects are accused of breaking into the victim's home and stabbing her to death.
ndtv.comworld52 days ago
NASA Records 19-Day Solar Radio Burst
NASA observed a solar radio burst that lasted 19 days from August 21 to September 9 2025 breaking the previous record of five days. The Type IV burst was produced by electrons trapped in magnetic fields following three coronal mass ejections. Researchers used data from four space…
thehindu.compolitics52 days ago
Trump Allies Plan Record Fireworks Display for July 4 on National Mall
Allies of President Trump are organizing a fireworks show aimed at breaking the Guinness World Record as part of Freedom 250 events marking the U.S. 250th anniversary. The Department of Homeland Security has designated the celebration a National Special Security Event, granting t…
South China Morning Postworld52 days ago
Physicist Stephen Lin Er Chow Leaves NUS for Full-Time Position at Zhejiang University
The 28-year-old researcher, who published groundbreaking copper-free superconducting oxide findings in Nature at age 27, has relocated from the National University of Singapore through Zhejiang University’s “100 Young Professors” programme. Chow cited Hangzhou’s living environmen…
nypost.compolitics53 days ago
Rep. Don Bacon Outlines Legislative Priorities Before Year-End Retirement
Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., is scheduled to retire from Congress at the end of the year. He outlined three main legislative goals for his remaining time in office during a recent conversation with Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta. The discussion was part of the Congressio…
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thecanary.copolitics54 days ago
Trial of Five Palestine Action Activists Begins in Germany Over Elbit Systems Break-in
Five activists from the group Palestine Action face trial for breaking into Elbit Systems' offices in Ulm, Germany, on September 8, 2025. Court hearings at the high-security Stuttgart-Stammheim prison have featured walkouts and the indictment has not yet been read. The choice of…
techjuice.pkai55 days ago
Meta Begins Testing AI Integration on Threads in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Argentina and Singapore
Meta is beta testing a feature on Threads that lets users mention Meta AI in public posts and replies for real-time context on trends, breaking stories and recommendations. The test is underway in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Argentina and Singapore. Meta AI responds publicly…
finance56 days ago
Greg Abel Holds First Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting as CEO
Greg Abel, who succeeded Warren Buffett as Berkshire Hathaway CEO on January 1 2026, led the company's annual shareholder meeting. Investors, authors and subsidiary CEOs offered positive assessments of his performance and leadership approach. Abel rejected breaking up the conglom…
nypost.compolitics57 days ago
Fetterman Describes Challenges of Breaking With Democratic Caucus on Key Votes
Sen. John Fetterman told Bill Maher that he finds it lonely to vote against the Democratic caucus on issues including government shutdowns and border security. The Pennsylvania senator recently wrote a Washington Post op-ed reaffirming his commitment to the Democratic Party while…
adventure.comworld59 days ago
Megan Boxall Finishes 5,420-Mile Run Around Britain Coastline
The 33-year-old financial journalist from Suffolk will finish her 204-day journey on Saturday at Sizewell beach, breaking Elise Downing's 2016 record by 97 days. Boxall, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2024, raised more than £50,000 for Samaritans, the charity she credits wi…
The Bbcworld59 days ago
Nottingham Killer Believed Voices Were Government Punishment for Lockdown Breach
Valdo Calocane told doctors he believed auditory hallucinations were sent by the government as punishment for breaking Covid lockdown rules rather than symptoms of mental illness. The 2023 attacker, diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2020, fatally stabbed three people and a…
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Havelsan Unveils Barkan 3 Unmanned Ground Vehicle for Autonomous Swarm Operations
Havelsan has introduced the Barkan 3 unmanned ground vehicle, designed to operate as part of an autonomous swarm. The system builds on earlier versions of the Barkan family. @BreakingDefense reported the development on May 8, 2026.
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MarketWatchfinance60 days ago
BREAKING: The Trade Desk, $TTD, falls over -20% after posting weaker than expected earnings.
BREAKING: The Trade Desk, $TTD, falls over -20% after posting weaker than expected earnings. The stock is now down -85% since December 2024 in a historic corporate collapse.
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Congress Uses Budget Reconciliation to Set Defense Spending Levels
Lawmakers are considering the use of budget reconciliation to meet the White House request for a $1.5 trillion defense budget. The process allows Congress to pass certain fiscal legislation with a simple majority in the Senate. Breaking Defense reported on the mechanics and poten…
thestreet.comworld61 days ago
U.S. Space Force Increases Andromeda Satellite Contract Ceiling to $6.2 Billion
The U.S. Space Force has increased the maximum value of its contract for the Andromeda space monitoring satellites program to $6.2 billion. The adjustment boosts the funding ceiling for the satellites designed to enhance space domain awareness. @BreakingDefense reported the devel…
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deccanchronicle.comworld61 days ago
Long-acting HIV prevention drug begins rollout in high-prevalence Southern African countries
A groundbreaking new drug to prevent HIV infection, described as the closest the world has to a vaccine, is being introduced in some of the worst-affected countries. Chief international correspondent Bel Trew reported from Eswatini in southern Africa, where officials express hope…
Usa Todayscience61 days ago
Velella Velella Washes Ashore Along Pacific Coast Beaches in Spring Aggregation
Dense aggregations of the blue, sail-bearing hydrozoans appeared in late April 2026 after a record-breaking warm winter marked by marine heat waves. Scientists noted the spectacle while urging citizen reports through the iNaturalist app to improve understanding and predictability…
news.google.comworld62 days ago
Four Activists Convicted of Criminal Damage After Breaking into Elbit Systems Factory in 2024
A London court convicted four activists from Palestine Action of criminal damage following a raid that caused £1 million in damage at a UK defense firm site. Two others were acquitted, while one activist was also found guilty of inflicting grievous bodily harm. The incident preda…
app.buzzsumo.comscience65 days ago
Artemis II Crew Discusses Historic Lunar Mission and Record-Breaking Journey
The astronauts of NASA's Artemis II mission shared details of their recent loop around the moon, marking the farthest human travel from Earth. They described witnessing unique phenomena and conducting experiments on space radiation. The crew participated in interviews and a town…
citizen.co.zaworld68 days ago
Kenyan Runner Sebastian Sawe Returns Home After Breaking Two-Hour Marathon Barrier
Sebastian Sawe arrived in Nairobi to celebrations after becoming the first man to run a marathon under two hours in competitive conditions. He finished the London Marathon in 1:59:30, surpassing the previous record. Kenyan officials and family greeted him at the airport.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukworld67 days agoUpdated
USS Gerald R. Ford Returns After 300-Day Deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford is set to end its record-breaking deployment and return to Virginia following operations in the Iran conflict. President Trump extended the naval blockade on Iran until nuclear talks advance, amid global energy disruptions boosting Russia's oil revenues. Uk…
Filip Bossuyt, flickr / Wikimedia (CC BY 2.0)world69 days ago
Ethiopian Runner Yomif Kejelcha Finishes London Marathon Under Two Hours in Second Place
Yomif Kejelcha of Ethiopia completed the 2026 London Marathon in 1:59:41, marking the first time he ran a competitive marathon and breaking the two-hour barrier. He finished second behind Kenya's Sabastian Sawe, who set a new world record. Kejelcha expressed satisfaction with his…
france24.comworld70 days agoUpdated
Deadly Clashes in Chad, Train Collision in Indonesia, Tuareg Rebels Control Kidal in Mali, and Marathon Record Set in London
Recent international developments include deadly violence in Chad over a water dispute, a fatal train crash near Jakarta, Tuareg rebels taking control of a northern Mali town, and a Kenyan runner breaking the two-hour marathon barrier. Sources report at least 42 killed in Chad an…
nypost.comworld71 days ago
Russian Fighter Sergei Gorokhov's Handshake Refused, Leading to Post-Match Altercation
Russian fighter Sergei Gorokhov extended a handshake to his Turkish opponent after securing a victory. The opponent refused the gesture, resulting in a fight breaking out. The incident highlights tensions in competitive fighting events.
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hollywoodreporter.comtechnology71 days ago
Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Grosses $217 Million Worldwide, Breaking Biopic Box Office Record
The film 'Michael' has grossed $217 million globally and set an all-time box office record for any biopic. Scenes depicting child molestation allegations and related events were cut from the movie, according to reports. Lionsgate executives indicated potential for a sequel based…
azernews.azfinance73 days ago
Azerbaijan's State Oil Fund Sells 22 Tons of Gold After Allocation Hits Maximum Threshold
Azerbaijan's sovereign wealth fund sold approximately 22 tons of gold in the first quarter of 2026. The sale came after a record-breaking rally elevated the fund's gold allocation to its upper limit. @business reported the details of the transaction.
androidauthority.comtechnology73 days ago
Samsung Holds Equipment Move-In Ceremony at $37 Billion Texas Chip Plant
Samsung Electronics conducted an equipment move-in ceremony at its Taylor, Texas facility on April 24, 2026, marking the installation of chipmaking machines set to produce silicon for Tesla and others later in the year. The event follows a two-year delay since groundbreaking in l…
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MarketWatchtechnology74 days ago
SK Hynix Reports Record First-Quarter Results Amid 88% Stock Rally in 2026
SK Hynix announced record-breaking first-quarter numbers for 2026. The company's stock has rallied 88% so far this year. However, the results did not meet trader expectations, according to MarketWatch.